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Protecting Stone Slab Product Manufacturers and Sellers from Lawsuits

This act aims to protect manufacturers and sellers of stone slab products, like kitchen countertops, from lawsuits regarding injuries caused by silica dust. These changes mean citizens cannot sue manufacturers for issues arising from improper stone fabrication by third-party companies, potentially impacting product availability and industry stability.
Key points
Manufacturers and sellers of stone slab products will not be held responsible for injuries caused during the fabrication of these products by other companies.
Any pending lawsuits against manufacturers and sellers in such cases will be dismissed.
The goal is to protect the stone industry and ensure consumer access to stone slab products.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5437
Sponsor: Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5]
Process start date: 2025-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protection of Lawful Commerce in Stone Slab Products Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5437.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Manufacturers and sellers of stone slab products will not be held responsible for injuries caused during the fabrication of these products by other companies.
  • Any pending lawsuits against manufacturers and sellers in such cases will be dismissed.
  • The goal is to protect the stone industry and ensure consumer access to stone slab products.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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